Liberty House Hawaii Vintage White Eyelet Lace Shirt Dress

Some pieces arrive with a story already written into the fabric.

This is one of them.

The Liberty House label — Hawaii — tells you everything you need to know about where this dress has been. Liberty House was Hawaii's most beloved luxury department store, a name that carried weight and elegance for over a century before closing its doors forever in 2001. A Liberty House label is not just a label. It is a piece of American fashion history, and this dress wears it beautifully.

The dress itself is a masterpiece of 1970s feminine dressing — white eyelet lace from collar to hem, the intricate floral cutwork catching light with every movement. A wide pointed collar, full-length button front with covered buttons, long sleeves with elegant button cuffs, and a silhouette that falls in a graceful A-line to midi length. The eyelet pattern is delicate and precise — this is the kind of construction that simply doesn't exist in fast fashion.

Bobby would have worn this to a garden luncheon. Or a Sunday morning. Or a Tuesday, because she believed every day deserved something beautiful.

Wear it belted with gold sandals and amber jewelry for summer. Layer it over a silk slip for evening. Style it as a duster over wide-leg trousers. This dress contains multitudes.

THE DETAILS:

• Brand: Liberty House Hawaii / Polynesian Casuals Collaboration
• Category: Bobby's Glamour Archive — True Vintage
• Era: 1970s
• Fabric: Polyester eyelet lace
• Color: White / ivory
• Silhouette: Shirt dress, A-line, midi length
• Neckline: Wide pointed collar
• Sleeves: Full length with button cuffs
• Closure: Full front button, covered buttons
• Condition: Excellent vintage — please see all photos

WHY THIS IS SPECIAL: Liberty House Hawaii operated as a luxury retailer from 1849 until Macy's acquired it in 2001. Pieces bearing this label are sought after by vintage collectors and Hawaiian fashion historians alike. This is a genuine piece of American retail history.

SIZE & MEASUREMENTS: pit to pit 19.5", waist 18", length shoulder to hemline 40"

STYLING NOTE FROM BOBBY'S: Shown here styled with cream strappy sandals, an ivory clutch, and a warm stone statement necklace — a complete summer ensemble that honors the dress's resort heritage. Accessories not included only used for styling purposes. 

SHIPPING & RETURNS: Ships within 3 business days via USPS Priority Mail. All sales final — please review all photos and measurements carefully before purchasing. We happily answer every question before you buy.